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Navigating Your Way Through Common Women's Health Issues

Over the course of my adult life, I've been diagnosed with a number of common women's health issues, including polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), cystitis and breast cancer. These conditions, unfortunately, run in my family, but I have spent time learning how to manage my symptoms and health using both traditional and holistic approaches. I started this blog to share the treatments I've tried, connect with other women in a similar position and document the latest news and treatments becoming available for common women's health issues. I hope you find my blog posts interesting, and if you have anything you'd like to share, get in touch.

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3 Signs Your Child May Have Glue Ear

Posted on May 3, 2019

Glue ear is a relatively common childhood illness. This happens when one of the tubes in the ear gets blocked by fluid which then thickens and is hard to dislodge. If your child has problems that seem to be related to one or both of their ears, then they may have glue ear. How can you tell if they do? 1. Recent Cold or Ear Problems Glue ear often happens after an initial illness. [Read More]

Essential Tips for Using Orthotic Inserts

Posted on March 13, 2019

Whether it's because you're experiencing some foot pain or to prevent complications associated with diabetes, using orthotics can become a life-changing experience. Although there are lots of positive changes, you may find that you go through an adjustment period. With the right advice, making the most of your custom-made inserts is possible. Take your orthotics with you when trying on shoes In some cases, you may find that your orthotics fit perfectly inside your existing footwear. [Read More]

The Advantages of Respite Care for Full-Time Caregivers

Posted on January 21, 2019

Full-time care providers tend to be related to the individuals that need this type of round the clock care. Whether it's for an elderly parent who is losing some of their faculties or a child that was born with a genetic disorder, being a primary caregiver does take a toll on you. But if you do not have the financial flexibility to enrol your loved one into a care facility, you may be under the assumption that you just need to suck it up. [Read More]

Two situations in which you should book an appointment with a dermatologist

Posted on December 13, 2018

There are several situations in which it is worth booking an appointment with a dermatologist. Continue reading to find out more. You are worried that you might have skin cancer If you have reason to believe that you might have skin cancer (for example, if you have a mole on your face or body that has begun to develop scabs and bleed, has developed an irregular border or has grown in size), then it is extremely important to visit a dermatologist as soon as possible. [Read More]